Board President Joseph Torrone read the following Opening Statement:

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1 A Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools took place at Toms River High School North, 1245 Old Freehold Road, Toms River, New Jersey on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at 6:15 P.M. Board President Joseph Torrone read the following Opening Statement: Good Evening, Welcome to a Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools. This meeting was announced to the public through a notice published in the Asbury Park Press on March 6, 2015, which constituted at least 48 hours notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act. A roll call of attendance indicated the following Board Members were present: Mr. Ben Giovine, Mrs. Gloria McCormack, Mr. Robert Onofrietti, Mr. Walter Ramsay, Mrs. Ginny Rhine, Mr. James Sigurdson, Mrs. Loreen Torrone, Mrs. Gigi Esparza and Mr. Joseph Torrone. Also in attendance were Superintendent Healy, Assistant Superintendents, McKenna, Natanagara, Hauenstein, Business Administrator Doering, Board Attorney Leone, guests and press were also present at the meeting. EXECUTIVE SESSION RESOLUTION- 6:15 P.M. A motion was made by Mr. Giovine, seconded by Mrs. Esparza and carried that the following Executive Session Resolution be approved: Resolved, that the Board of Education, at this time, move to a closed session to be held at the executive session meeting room at Toms River High School North, Toms River, New Jersey, for the purpose of: Executive Session Resolution To include Legal/Litigation Settlement Agreement V.P., MJR Legal/Insurance; Contracts; Bargaining Unit Issue; Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report; Suspension Report. Subject to change.

2 as outlined under the Open public Meetings Act. The Board of Education does at this time, anticipate public action on the matter at this evening s public meeting. When, and if, the Board of Education does take action on any of the other matters so noted, the action will be placed in public session. All members present voting Aye. RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION 7:30 P.M. A motion was made by Mrs. Rhine, seconded by Mrs. Torrone and carried that the Board return to Regular Session at 7:30 P.M. All members present voting Aye. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Board President Mr. Torrone led the Board and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. STUDENT AWARDS The list of student and volunteer award recipients is attached to the minutes. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES: Nicholas Cottone, High School East Ashley Gutierrez, High School North Taylor Lampard, High School South Student Representatives from all three high schools updated the Board on the academic and athletic successes taking place at their respective schools, as well as events taking place and fund raising activities. 2

3 COMMITTEE REPORTS/BOARD COMMENTS Budget & Finance Committee Mr. Sigurdson The Budget and Finance Committee of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools met on March 10, 2015 at 1144 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, New Jersey in Conference Room A at 6:40 P.M. Committee Chair, Jim Sigurdson, read the following opening statement: Good evening, welcome to the Budget and Finance Committee Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools. Notice of this meeting was published in the Asbury Park Press on March 6, 2015 which constituted at least 48 hours notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act. In addition to the Committee Chair, in attendance were Board members- Gigi Esparza, Ben Giovine, Walt Ramsay, Gloria McCormack, Ginny Rhine and Rob Onofrietti, Superintendent- David Healy, Assistant Superintendent- Jim Hauenstein, Business Administrator- Bill Doering and Board Secretary- Wendy Saxton. The meeting was open to the public and an opportunity for public comment was provided. As we do every month, the committee reviewed the expenditures listed on the Purchasing Agenda, which was ed to all Board members prior to the Budget and Finance Committee meeting. The Purchasing Agenda also included items of zero value, bids and resolutions. Questions were asked by various individual board members, which were answered by Mr. Doering and other members of the administration. The Purchasing Agenda for this month is in the amount of $1,225, for the 2014/15 school year. The Budget & Finance Committee is recommending the approval of the Purchasing Agenda by the full Board. The Committee then reviewed the Facility Lease Agreements, and these are also being recommended for board approval. Regarding the status of the Substitute Staffing Services RFP, three submissions were received and reviewed by administration. The committee was presented with a scoring sheet and recommendation from administration to award the contract for to Source4Teachers. This service will save significant dollars and create operational efficiencies, while increasing the daily rate for substitute teachers. The committee was also informed that two submissions were received for the Promoter Services RFP. The submissions are currently being analyzed and will be discussed at the next committee meeting. 3

4 Finally, regarding the budget process, the committee was provided with the draft resolution and financial summary, which is being recommended for approval on the March 17, 2015 Board agenda, as the due date for the Tentative Budget to be submitted to the County Office is March 20, As discussed in the February Budget and Finance Committee meeting the Tentative Budget on the expense side would be 1.9% higher than the prior year for the general fund, and includes important district initiatives, such as fullday kindergarten. The Tentative Budget also includes $7.058 million in anticipated CDBG funds, based on guidance provided by NJ DCA regarding grant eligibility and planning for budgetary purposes. The committee discussed the scheduling of the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee meetings for this year. After discussion, it was determined that the meetings will be scheduled for two nights, with preliminary dates in late March 2015, although these dates are still being finalized. Once the dates are finalized, the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee meetings will be advertised accordingly. Building & Grounds Committee Mr. Giovine The Building and Grounds Committee of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools met on March 10, 2015 in Conference Room A at 1144 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, New Jersey at 7:20 P.M. Committee Chair, Ben Giovine, read the following opening statement: Good evening, welcome to the Building and Grounds Committee Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools. Notice of this meeting was published in the Asbury Park Press on March 6, 2015 which constituted at least 48 hours notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act. In addition to the Committee Chair, in attendance were Board members- Gigi Esparza, Jim Sigurdson, Ginny Rhine, Walt Ramsay, Gloria McCormack and Rob Onofrietti, Superintendent- David Healy, Assistant Superintendents- Jim Hauenstein, Debra McKenna and Marc Natanagara, Business Administrator- Bill Doering and Educational Facilities Manager- Mark Wagner. Representatives from Maser Consulting, Chris Theodos and Mike Soltys, were also present to discuss the High School South bleacher bids. The meeting was open to the public and an opportunity for public comment was provided. The committee discussed the projects and ongoing work in and around our buildings, including the following: High School North and 1144 Hooper Avenue- for the drainage projects previously proposed by American Littoral, they have requested a letter of support from the district to be sent to NJ DEP in conjunction with their grant application. Mr. Wagner presented a draft of the letter, which will be sent to support this grant application. 4

5 High School East- the district is recommending a bid award to Lighton Industries for $117,120 to complete the repair and partial replacement of the solar array. This project was funded by the Capital Reserve with the budget. Once this project is complete, we expect to again be able to maximize SREC generation. Intermediate East- planning will continue for the G-wing flooring and auditorium flooring and seating project, which is proposed to be funded through remaining restitution dollars. The committee was informed that United Water is doing meter change-outs at several of the schools in our district. High School South, bleacher project- the committee reviewed the summary of the 4 bids received on March 9, It was noted that the low bidder was approximately $177k lower than the first round of project bids, in part due to the district handling inhouse most of the demolition portion of the project. After discussing the bids and the bid alternates, and after assessing the cost and the value of the bid alternates, it was determined that the base bid will be awarded plus alternate 1D, which added two rows to the bleachers. The total project contract would be $1,528,657 and in addition to providing for a new press box, and new bathrooms, the new grandstand would have nearly 500 more seats than the old bleachers and will be fully ADA compliant. The project is expected to commence right after the bid is approved, and the bid award is included in the March 17, 2015 Purchasing Agenda. Curriculum Committee Mrs. Rhine A Curriculum Committee Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools took place at 1144 Hooper Avenue, Conference Room A, on Tuesday, March 10, Committee Chair Ginny Rhine read the following Opening Statement: Good Evening, welcome to a Curriculum Committee meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools. This meeting was announced through a notice published in the Asbury Park Press on March 6, 2015 which constituted at least 48 hours notice as required by law under the Open Public Meetings Act. In attendance were Board Members Ginny Rhine, GiGi Esparza, Gloria McCormack, Ben Giovine, Walter Ramsay, James Sigurdson and Robert Onofrietti, Jr.. Also attending were David Healy, Superintendent of Schools; William Doering, Business Administrator; Assistant Superintendents James Hauenstein, Debra McKenna, and Dr. Marc Natanagara, 5

6 Directors of Curriculum, Cara DiMeo and John Coleman, Director of Funded Programs/District Test Coordinator, Dr. Estee Mailot. John Coleman opened the meeting with a report on the 2014 AP Exam results. Eight years ago the district made an effort to identify and encourage more students to enroll in our AP classes. As a result of this initiative, we have given 430 more tests to 210 more students and have increased the percentage of students passing the exam. This is a tribute to our AP teaching staff at each of our high schools. He next reported on the 2014 SAT results. Two of the district high schools showed an increase in scores while the other showed a slight decrease. However, it was still the third highest in the history of that school. As a district we showed an increase of last year s scores and surpassed the national average! Mrs. DiMeo provided an overview of the positive response to the readers workshop coaching sessions that were offered to all teachers in grades two and four during the months of January and February. As a result of the initiative, and in a continued effort to improve the quality of instruction in all classrooms and ensure alignment to standards, the district plans to move forward with coaching sessions for all grades during the school year. Mrs. DiMeo reported on the district s intent to host a Teacher s College Homegrown Institute during the month of July. This offering is part of our tiered initiative to continue to grow teacher leaders who may ultimately serve as model classrooms to facilitate integration of research based instructional practices. Mrs. DiMeo briefed the committee on the upcoming work of the Summer Reading Committee, comprised of the district media and media/tech specialists. This group will develop grade level lists of suggested books which will be shared throughout the district to establish consistency in practice. In preparation for the full day kindergarten implementation, Mrs. DiMeo gave a summary of upcoming offerings for all kindergarten teachers that will support the transition to a center-based learning environment. Plans for a summer series are being developed. Such offerings will include, but are not limited to, make-and-takes for various center activities, differentiated learning environments, hands-on math practices, etc. Mrs. DiMeo also informed the committee about the current work of the Dyslexia Committee. She provided a brief outline of the reading intervention process that would ensue to align district practices with the recent dyslexia legislation. Finally, Mrs. DiMeo gave a summary of the district s plan to provide an array of professional development opportunities during the summer months, and efforts toward 6

7 replicating offerings in both July and August. Mrs. McKenna also commented on the preplanning efforts for the full day of professional development to be hosted in October, specifically its continued scaffolding of support for teachers. Dr. Mailot gave the board a brief update on the current PARCC test administration. She explained as she visits each school the students are engaged and excited to be participating in the online assessment. The administration and staff are to be commended for their positive attitudes and hard work in preparing and administering the assessment. She also acknowledged that there have been a few technology glitches, however, due to the dedication of the technology staff these glitches are taken care of in a timely fashion so testing can continue without much disruption. Also, the technology staff reports each issue encountered and its resolution in a shared Google document that assists all as a resource to refer to. Dr. Natanagara updated the Board on the Makerfest event, scheduled for October 17, 2015 at the Pine Belt Arena and High School North. The Edcamp previously scheduled to run simultaneously will become part of the main event, the title was changed to avoid any implied affiliations with other organizations, and several more individuals and institutions, in addition to the NJDOE and Rutgers, are offering their support. Advertising will begin in earnest during NJ Makers Day on March 21. The meeting was open to the public and an opportunity for public comment as provided. Insurance Committee report read by Mrs. McCormack The Insurance Committee of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools met on March 10, 2015 at 1144 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, New Jersey in in Conference Room B at 6:00 P.M. This meeting is not publicly advertised as the committee reviews workers compensation and liability billing information which includes names and case information for individuals, including staff members. In attendance were Committee Chair, Gloria McCormack, Board members Gigi Esparza and Rob Onofrietti, as well as Business Administrator- William Doering. Also in attendance was Dominick Cinelli with the district property/casualty broker, Brown and Brown. The Insurance Committee reviewed the Inservco bill for February 2015 totaling $147, with regards to the detail of claim payments for the workers compensation and liability programs. The insurance broker and administration are recommending payment of this bill. 7

8 Dominick Cinelli from Brown and Brown presented the usual monthly insurance report for the workers compensation and liability accounts. The report included reopened claims, new claims for the month, closed claims, indemnity payments, a repeater report and major reserve changes. Mr. Cinelli then presented a separate Loss Report Summary for the committee to review. The committee also continued discussions regarding the structure, schedule and typical agenda for the monthly Insurance Committee meetings to ensure that the committee is serving the board in the most effective and efficient manner possible. There will not be an Insurance Committee meeting scheduled for April, 2015, but the committee will further such discussions at the May 2015 committee meeting. Personnel Committee Mrs. Torrone A Personnel Committee Meeting of the Board of Education of the Toms River Regional Schools took place at the Administrative Offices, 1144 Hooper Avenue, Conference Room A, Toms River, New Jersey on March 10, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. This meeting is not publicly advertised as the committee reviews personnel information which includes names of individual staff member as well as possible new staff members. In attendance were Committee Members Robert Onofrietti and Walter Ramsay. Also attending was David Healy, Superintendent of Schools. The meeting was opened at 5:30 p.m. by Superintendent, David Healy. David Healy, Superintendent discussed with the members the certified personnel being recommended for employment at the board meeting on Tuesday, March 17, Each candidate s qualifications were reviewed and questions answered. Additional discussion took place regarding the staffing process for the school year. The committee adjourned at 6:00 p.m. INQUIRIES FROM GUESTS AND PRESS - AGENDA ITEMS ONLY (limited to 3 minutes as per Board Policy # 0167 Public Participation in Board Meetings, the first public session will be limited to a total of 30 minutes). Mrs. Benson discussed advertising on school busses and approval of tuition. APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE TENTATIVE BUDGET TO THE COUNTY OFFICE (attached) 8

9 A motion was made by Mr. Sigurdson, seconded by Mrs. McCormack and carried that the Approval of the Submission of the Tentative Budget to the County Office be approved: On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None APPROVAL OF SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF THE FOLLOWING POLICIES/REGULATIONS AND BYLAWS A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Giovine and carried that the Approval of the Second Reading and Adoption of the following Policies/Regulations and Bylaws be approved School Sponsored Publications (and Regulation) 3150 Discipline 3152 Withholding an Increment 3211 Code of Ethics Consulting Outside the District 3217 Use of Corporal Punishment 3231 Outside Employment as Athletic Coach 3232 Tutoring Services 3233 Political Activities 3245 Research Projects by Staff Members 3280 Liability for Pupil Welfare 3281 Inappropriate Staff Conduct (and Regulation) 3310 Academic Freedom 3362 Sexual Harassment of Teaching Staff member Complaint Procedure (Regulation ONLY) 3439 Jury Duty 4125 Employment of Support Staff member (Mandated) 4150 Discipline 4152 Withholding an Increment 4211 Support Staff Attendance Consulting Outside District 4215 Code of Ethics 4233 Political Activities 4281 Inappropriate Staff Conduct (and Regulation) 4352 Sexual Harassment of Teaching Staff member Complaint Procedure (Regulation ONLY) 9

10 New Jersey s Family Leave Insurance Program 4438 Jury Duty 6163 Advertising on School Property 6164 Advertising on School Buses On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None APPROVAL OF MIDDLESEX REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION MASTER SPECIAL EDUCATION TUITION AGREEMENT A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Onofrietti and carried that the Approval of Middlesex Regional Educational Services Commission Master Special Education Tuition Agreement be approved. On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None APPROVAL OF TOMS RIVER REGIONAL SCHOOLS TUITION IN STUDENT A motion was made by Mrs. Torrone, seconded by Mrs. Rhine and carried that the Approval of Toms River Regional School Tuition In Student be approved: 1 High School $11, (Prorated) Student I.D. # On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None 10

11 APPROVAL OF HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION AND BULLYING REPORT A motion was made by Mrs. Torrone, seconded by Mr. Sigurdson and carried that the approval of the Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Report be approved: On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None APPROVAL OF FACILITY LEASE AGREEMENT (attached) A motion was made by Mrs. Rhine, seconded by Mrs. Torrone and carried that the approval of the Facility Lease Agreement be approved: On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Giovine and carried that the approval of minutes February 24, 2015 be approved: All members present voting Aye. APPROVAL OF BILLS A motion was made by Mr. Giovine, seconded by Mrs. McCormack and carried that the following bills be approved for payment: General $ 7,819, Cafeteria $ 172, Payroll (Gross) February 6, 2015 $ 5,731, (Gross) February 20, 2015 $ 6,358,

12 All members present voting Aye. BOARD SECRETARY S AGENDA + ADDENDUM Toms River, New Jersey, March 17, 2015 A motion was made by Mr. Sigurdson, seconded by Mrs. Esparza and carried that the Board Secretary s Agenda be approved as follows: School Year Purchases Pages 1 through 36- $1,225, Zero Values Award of Bids Student Transportation School Year Permission to Advertise Contract Extensions Award of Bids Resolutions On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None APPROVAL AND CERTIFICATION OF THE BOARD SECRETARY S MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: (c), I, Wendy Saxton, Board Secretary, certify that as of January 2015 no budgetary line items account has obligations and payments (contracted orders) which exceed the amount appropriated by the District Board of Education pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8-1, that the district s accounts have been reconciled and are in balance. Through the adoption of this resolution, we the Toms River Board of Education, pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A: (c), certify that as of January 2015 after a review of the Secretary s monthly report (appropriations section) and upon consultation with the Business Administrator and other appropriate district officials, that to the best of our 12

13 knowledge, no major account or fund has been over expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6A: (c) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district s needs. A motion was made by Mr. Sigurdson, seconded by Mrs. Esparza and carried that the Approval and Certification of the January 2015 Secretary s Monthly Financial Reports be approved: On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None PERSONNEL AGENDA PERSONNEL ITEMS A motion was made by Mr. Giovine, seconded by Mrs. McCormack and carried that the following resolution be approved: CERTIFICATED STAFF 1-6: 1. Recommended for Employment: {Code = (R) Replacement / (TR) Temporary Replacement / (New) New} $ A. Noel C. Aliseo (R) 50,415 HSS Spanish 3/18/2015-5/3/2015 (Prorated) HSE Spanish 5/4/2015-6/30/2015 B. Samantha DeBartlomeis (TR) 49,215 HSS English 3/31/2015-5/31/2015 (Prorated) C. Nicole P. Pelose (TR) 49,215 SB Grade 2 3/20/2015-3/27/2015 (Prorated) D. Heather Tatarian (TR) 49,215 WD Grade 2 4/28/2015-5/1/2015 (Prorated) 2. Recommended for Continuing Employment: {Code = (R) Replacement / (TR) Temporary Replacement / (New) New} 13

14 $ A. Dana M. Baumgart (TR) 49,215 HSE Math 2/23/2015-4/17/2015 (Prorated) B. Ginger C. DeBoard (TR) 51,715 IN Language Arts. Gr.6 5/30/2015-6/30/2015 (Prorated) C. Sandra L. Gantner (TR) 49,215 IN Science Gr. 8 5/30/2015-6/30/2015 (Prorated) D. Ligia Guerra-Martis (TR) 53,507 HSE Spanish 3/18/2015-5/3/2015 (Prorated) E. Taryn J. Mokar (TR) 51,715 ED Sped PSD 3/10/2015-4/2/2015 (Prorated) F. Timothy J. Vliet (TR) 49,215 SB Health & Phys Ed 3/18/2015-4/21/2015 (Prorated) 3. Recommended Change of Contract Start Date: A. Kathryn L. Defino 3/2/2015* - 6/30/2015 HSS SAC B. Shannon H. Korb 3/23/2015-6/30/2015 HSN French * correction to typo on 2/24/15 board agenda indicating 3/23/ Recommended Leave of Absence Requests: A. Catherine S. Burke Family 3/12/2015-3/18/2015 JAC Art B. Kathryn H. Coleman Family 3/2/2015-3/29/2015 STR+ Guidance Ext. C. Melissa J. Cooper Family 3/31/2015-5/19/2015 ND Grade 1 (Revised Leave Dates) D. Anthony C. Dispoto Family 5/18/2015-6/12/2015 HA Grade 4 14

15 E. Emily R. Elias Family 3/11/2115-5/8/2015 ELC Sped PSH (Revised Leave Dates) F. Christine Fenwick Medical 2/23/2015-4/19/2015 HSE Math G. Jennifer Fernandez Maternity 5/27/2015-5/31/2015 IN Spanish H. Jaime E. Fischer Family 2/26/2015-3/13/2015 IE Art I. Tracey M. Fournier Medical 3/10/2015-4/2/2015 ED Sped PSD Ext. J. Lindsay A. Frake Family 6/9/2015-6/30/2015 CG Sped RR K. Katie L. Jimenez Family 5/30/2015-6/30/2015 IN Language Arts Gr. 6 Ext. L. Heather L. Klimack Family 3/9/2015-6/30/2015 IN Science Gr. 8 (Revised Leave Dates) M. Marguerite J. Longo Family 4/16/2015-6/30/2015 HSN Nurse Assistant N. Ruane E. Narvaez Family 2/23/2015-3/4/2015 HA Sped Aut O. Brooke B. Schlosser Family 6/8/2015-6/30/2015 STR Grade 5 P. Cristina C. Shaffery Family 3/3/2015-3/4/2015 ED Nurse Assistant 5. Retirements: A. Elaina R. Accaria 7/1/2015 PB+ Speech Correctionist 15

16 B. Shawn H. Allan 7/1/2015 SB Grade 1 C. Carol A. Curley 7/1/2015 IN Language Arts Gr. 7 D Brenda L. Eddy 7/1/2015 SB Grade 3 6. Resignation: Toms River, New Jersey, March 17, 2015 A. Jason A. Longo 4/3/2015 IS Social Studies Gr. 8 (Revised Resignation Date) STAFF FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS 7: 7. Basic Skills Program: (Attached) A. Recommend approval of the attached Basic Skills Program Staff/Salary changes (Local funded). SUPPORT STAFF 8-16: 8. Special Education Paraprofessionals: A. Recommended leave of absence requests: Marie G. Baldi Family 2/23/2015-4/2/2015 High School North Nancy J. Kaba Family 3/16/2015-3/18/2015 Walnut Street B. Retirement: Marlene R. Gonnello 7/1/2015 High School East 16

17 C. Recommended for placement on the paraprofessional substitute list at a rate of $10.43 per hour effective 3/18/2015: Joelle L. Ditolla Dakota T. Greco Ilonka K. Shirey Kendall R. Whitmeyer Elizabeth A. Gavin Sangita Patel Lisa A. VonValkenburg 9. Attendance Officers: A. Retirement: Geri C. Austin 7/1/2015 Intermediate East 10. Cafeteria/Playground Aides: A. Recommended leave of absence requests: Jacqueline Bevilaque Personal 4/21/2015-4/30/2015 Cedar Grove Cheryl L. Burns Medical 2/6/2015-2/10/2015 Washington Street Dawn Gerrity Personal 3/2/2015-3/5/2015 West Dover Nancy P. Marschner Medical 2/19/2015-4/1/2015 Hooper Avenue Ext. Peggy J. Parry Personal 3/13/2015-3/20/2015 East Dover Christine Stiliano Medical 2/23/2015-3/20/2015 Cedar Grove Fotini Vogiatzidakis Personal 2/23/2015-3/16/2015 Walnut Street 17

18 11. Custodial Department: A. Recommended for employment: Gregory G. Bleeker (R) $29,600 IS Custodian 3/18/2015-6/30/2015 (prorated) 12. Food Services Department - Cafeteria Workers: A. Recommended continuing employment: Lori A. Parsons 2/16/2015-3/12/2015 $27, ED Acting Café (Prorated) Lead Worker B. Recommended leave of absence requests: Nancy A. Michell Personal 3/10/2015-3/18/2015 Intermediate South Linda Reitz Medical 2/20/2015-3/12/2015 East Dover Lead Worker C. Retirement: Linda Reitz 7/1/2015 East Dover Lead Worker 13. Grounds Department: A. Retirement: Tony R. Matrano 7/1/2015 Assistant Grounds Supervisor 14. Maintenance Department: A. Retirement: Armin F. Godier 8/1/2015 Tradesman - HVAC 18

19 15. Security Department: A. Recommended for employment beyond the probationary period: Effective Dates Richard Whitmeyer Security Guard 3/2/2015-6/30/2015 Samantha Durante Security Guard 3/2/2015-6/30/ Transportation Department: A. Recommended for employment: Frank DeLuca (R) $25,485 Regular Bus Driver 3/18/2015-6/30/2015 (Prorated) B. Recommended for employment beyond the probationary period: Effective Dates David Biehler Regular Bus Driver 3/18/2015-6/30/2015 Timothy M. Kerwin Regular Bus Driver 3/2/2015-6/30/2015 Jennifer Piccoli Sped Bus Attendant 3/18/2015-6/30/2015 C. Recommended leave of absence requests: Kisha G. Cuomo Family 2/14/2015-3/2/2015 Regular Bus Driver Ext. Sandra M. DeAngelis Family 2/12/2015 Sped Bus Attendant D. Recommended for placement of the substitute bus driver list effective 3/18/2015 at a rate of $15.25 per hour: Thomas N. Altieri, II Donald E. Barnes, Jr. Ricardo Diaz Alison D. Houlihan Matthew A. Runfola Monica M. Angster Tyshawn P. Clark Robert DiPiano George M. Meyth, III Edward W. Storino 17. Staff Members Off Payroll (List Attached) 19

20 18. Extracurricular: A. Spring Coaching Recommendations & Payments: Robert Heisler HSN Assistant Boys Lacrosse $4,953, Step 3 Michael Palazzo* HSS Assistant Boys Track $3,220, Step 1 Matthew Smith IS Athletic Coordinator $1, * Verified member of district substitute teacher list B. Spring Coaching Resignations: Jason Tarabokija HSS Boys Spring Track -$4,953 C. Extracurricular Half-Year Recommendations & Payments: Camille Corrado HSN Math League $ D. High School Musical Recommendations & Payments: Candace Fitzgerald IE Pianist $ Substitutes: (Attached) 20. Revised Substitute and Hourly Rate Sheet effective 4/1/2015-6/30/2015 (Attached) CERTIFICATED STAFF 21: 21. Retirement: A. Janet A. Grigg 7/1/2015 IS+ Speech Correctionist SUPPORT STAFF 22: 22. Transportation Department: A. Recommended for employment: 20

21 Brendan Tschinkel (R) $52, Mechanics Helper 3/18/2015-6/30/2015 (Prorated) On roll call the following vote: Ayes: Giovine, McCormack, Onofrietti, Ramsay, Rhine, Sigurdson, Torrone, Esparza, Torrone Noes: None Abstained: None Absent: None EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM AGENDA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, ITEMS A motion was made by Mrs. Esparza, seconded by Mr. Onofrietti and carried that the following resolution be approved: 1. Application for Reimbursement of Professional Graduate Courses (Attached) 2. Donations: A. Recommend the attached be accepted with thanks. 3. Educational Activity Requests (Attached) 4. Extracurricular: E. Recommend approval of the High School East Festival Chorus to participate in the Music Showcase Choral Festival in Hershey Park, Pennsylvania on Saturday, May 9, There will be no cost to the Board of Education. 5. Graduate Reimbursement Attached) 6. Handicap Services: (Attached) A. Out-of-District Day Placement requests 7. Homebound Instruction (Attached) 8. Recommended Professional Leave Requests (Attached) 21

22 9. Summer Program Recommendations: Toms River, New Jersey, March 17, 2015 A. Special Education 2015 Extended School Year Programs (Attached) 10. Handicap Services: A. Settlement Agreement of Student I.D. #41317 All members present voting Aye. OLD BUSINESS Superintendent Healy discussed full day Kindergarten registration. NEW BUSINESS There was none. INQUIRIES FROM GUESTS AND PRESS (limited to 5 minutes as per Board Policy # 0167 Public Participation in Board Meetings) Mr. Shook discussed Common Core and PARCC testing. Ms. Dalessio discussed the PARCC test and social media monitoring of children and refusal to test. Ms. Benson discussed agenda meeting dates, number of kindergarten students, school calendar. A motion was made by Mr. Giovine, seconded by Mrs. Esparza, and carried that the meeting be adjourned at 8:30 P.M. All members present voting Aye. Wendy L. Saxton, Board Secretary 22